Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 3 weeks ago
Associate Project Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$72K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expKratos Defense & Security Solutions is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join their Corporate IT team. This role involves leading small to mid-size projects, managing the project life cycle, and collaborating with business and technical teams to ensure successful project execution.
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Responsibilities
Contribute to the growth and value-driven delivery of our IT PMO. Participate in enhancing methodologies, processes, tools, templates, etc. to build the PMO brand and customer service offering
Manage the project life cycle from initiation to closure to ensure the success of the project directly supports the achievement of our strategic initiatives
Collaborate with business owner to develop clear project goals and objectives, assess core team members and stakeholders, identify success metrics, and establish the proper sprint cadence
Act as a leader to the project team by facilitating conversations to build trust and rapport between members, and to motivate teams to drive the delivery of business results. Measure and report on progress and challenges, and proactively adjust and address obstacles or dependencies
Communicate to project teams on any red flags of schedule delay, resource constraints, or any outstanding issues that require attention
Facilitate conversations for business owner and team members to exchange feedback on a regular basis. Work with teams to ensure benefits are realized as early as possible and learnings are incorporated into project execution
Continue professional development to stay up to date on emerging project management techniques, methods, and best practices
Other job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment with strong teamwork, motivational and influential skills
Excellent planning, organizational and prioritization skills
Strong sense of urgency
Ability to manage stressful situation when they arise and remain professional at all times
Holds a strong business acumen and can assess operational readiness for projects
Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills
Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements
Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies
Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more
Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job
Bachelor's degree in Business or other technical disciplines or equivalent work experience
3+ years of experience in a project management role
4+ years of progressive experience working in different functions, such as technology, product, and operations
Experience in MS Project or other PPM tools
Experience implementing small to mid-size initiatives across an organization
Experience with multiple project management methodologies
Preferred
Experience working in technology, software, and system related fields preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Company
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
At Kratos, we deliver affordable, disruptive technologies that enable real-world readiness for national security.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.12BKey Investors
United States Air Force
2026-02-26Post Ipo Equity· $1.17B
2025-06-25Post Ipo Equity· $556M
2025-04-17Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
Eric DeMarco
President and CEO
Michael Smith
VP & GM
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